> Torn between the SmallRig full cage and the Tilta one. Is the Tilta too bulky compared to SmallRig? Honestly, I prefer the SmallRig Full Cage for Sony FX3 3227 because it fits like a glove. It plays super nice with the factory XLR handle, too. The Tilta options feel a bit extra for my taste, ngl. The SmallRig is solid, cheap, and I've been happy with mine for ages. Go with that one.

Re: "Is the Tilta too bulky compared to SmallRig?" Honestly, if you need it by next weekend, just grab the SmallRig Full Cage for Sony FX3 3227. Its definitely slimmer than the Tilta stuff and feels way less cluttered with the XLR top handle attached. Save your cash for a decent cable clamp or extra batteries instead. It just works, you know?

> Is the Tilta too bulky compared to SmallRig? Need to decide by tomorrow... Just catching up on this thread. Be careful with the bulkiness, honestly. I went through a phase where I wanted all the attachment points imaginable on my setup. The rig ended up being so heavy that I couldnt shoot handheld for more than twenty minutes without my wrist feeling like it was gonna snap off. My current setup uses a minimalist design. I learned the hard way that when you pack a cage with too many extras, it stops being a tool and starts being an anchor. Make sure to check how the cage clears the battery door too. I once had a rig that forced me to unscrew everything just to swap a battery mid-shoot and that was absolute misery. Whatever you end up grabbing, double check that your XLR handle has enough clearance to lock in securely. I had a generic rig a while back that had a tiny bit of play, and the audio kept cutting out because the connection wasnt perfectly flush. It was a nightmare. Just verify the locking mechanism is rock solid. Dont just look at photos; think about how many times you plan to strip it down and build it back up in the field. That repeat process is where you really find out if your gear choice is worth it.